242 Beacon St

A one-story historic Beacon Street mansion converted into condominium residences, originally built in 1884 and refreshed with modern systems while retaining period details. The building presents classical exterior masonry and decorative mouldings characteristic of late 19th-century Back Bay architecture, with private balconies or decks on select units and a waterside orientation toward the Charles River. Units are two-bedroom layouts with oversized rooms, high ceilings, hardwood floors, and original trim, often updated with contemporary kitchens, stone counters, and stainless appliances. Individual interiors include features such as entrance foyers, bonus rooms, wet bars, and built-in audio wiring; some homes offer custom closets, window seats, and fireplaces. Residents access units directly via an elevator that opens to certain homes; common conveniences noted across listings include in-building laundry infrastructure and low condo fees. The small, professionally managed association emphasizes owner occupancy, maintains high reserves, and provides limited building-owned parking with waitlist or rental arrangements nearby. Located on the waterside of Beacon in Back Bay, the property sits steps from riverfront paths, parkland, cultural venues and transit, delivering a blend of historical character with modern, amenity-forward condominium living.